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$307K Winning Ticket; Orcas Spotted Off Coast: Saturday Smiles
Gwen Stefani was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a kitten was rescued from a drain pipe, and more nice SoCal news.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — To keep your weekend light, Patch presents some positive Southern California stories from the past week — many that hopefully will brighten your day.
Animals
2 NorCal Mountain Lions Thriving At Living Desert Zoo And Gardens
Two orphaned mountain lions from NorCal are living their best lives at the Palm Desert zoo in their enclosure after a challenging beginning.
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Birch Aquarium Spawns Critically Endangered Sunflower Sea Stars
A mysterious sea star wasting disease has swept across the West Coast, causing a mass die-off of sea stars, according to Birch Aquarium.
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Dog Still Waiting For Forever Home After 638 Days At SD Humane Society
Help make Luna Mae's day on National Make A Dog's Day. Adoption fees for all adult dogs are waived through Sunday at the Humane Society.
Killer Sight At Sea: Orcas Spotted Off Coast Of San Diego County
Whale watchers aboard an Oceanside Adventures boat saw five killer whales off the coast of Oceanside.
New Film Highlights P-22's Connection To Indigenous Communities
Famed mountain lion P-22's connection to indigenous communities is the focus of filmmaker Tony Lee's new film, which screens Saturday.
Sickly Kitten Rescued From Drain Pipe In Mission Viejo
A sick kitten rescued from a drainage pipe is now on the road to recovery, thanks to Mission Viejo Animal Services.
Arts & Entertainment
Actor, Comedian Leslie Jordan Posthumously Honored In Palm Springs
The Emmy Award-winning actor and gay icon received the 462nd star on the Palm Springs Walk of the Stars.
Gwen Stefani Honored With Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star
The singer and some of her collaborators reflected on her three-decade career in music and entertainment at Thursday's ceremony.
Pechanga Comedy Club To Reopen At Kelsey's Loft: See Who's Performing
If laughter is the best medicine, your prescription is waiting for you on Fridays and Saturdays at Pechanga Resort and Casino in November.
Temescal Canyon Spotlight Players Perform 'Night Of The Living Dead'
The story of the undead premiers this week on stage at Lake Elsinore's Temescal Canyon High School.
Theater Troupe Finds Home In Mission Viejo
Bravo Players Guild plans to bring high performance theater to South OC after the players found a new home in the heart of Mission Viejo.
Business
Community Invited To See's Candies Grand Opening Celebration In RSM
South Orange County residents will enjoy prizes, raffles and free samples during the Grand Opening Celebration Oct. 21.
Historic Murrieta Hot Springs Resort Announces Reopening Date
The expansive 46-acre property on Murrieta Hot Springs Road was originally developed in 1902 as a health retreat.
Jersey Mike's Subs Opens New Shop In San Diego
"We are grateful for the warm welcome we have received from our new neighbors at the Clairemont Drive Jersey Mike's location."
Palm Springs International Airport Looking To Fill 100 Jobs
To fill the openings, the airport will hold a job fair at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, in the Palm Springs Convention Center.
Community
$307K Winning Powerball Ticket Sold At Westside Liquor Store
A ticket with five numbers of six matching numbers was sold in Venice as the jackpot climbs to an estimated $70 million.
The park, named after the skateboarding and BMX Hall of Famer, will commemorate its one-year anniversary next month.
Affordable Housing Project For Seniors To Break Ground In Palm Springs
The project calls for 71 affordable housing units for seniors aged 62 and above.
Kids Get In Free At These Museums, Attractions In San Diego County
Kids Free San Diego continues through October at dozens of aquariums, gardens, museums and other cultural attractions across the county.
La Mesa Police Department Gets $115K Grant For Traffic Safety Efforts
"This funding will strengthen our commitment to public safety in our community," La Mesa police chief Ray Sweeney said.
Malibu Triathlon Raises $1.25M For Pediatric Cancer Research
Here's a look at some of the key numbers from the 2023 Malibu Triathlon.
Morongo Golf Tournament Raises Over $150K For Pass Area Nonprofits
The popular tournament held at the Morongo Golf Club at Tukwet Canyon has provided more than $2.75 million to local nonprofits.
Murrieta To Unveil Vietnam War Memorial Wall
The wall is the third featured in the city's Veterans Memorial at Town Square Park. The unveiling ceremony takes place on Veterans Day.
San Diego Water Authority Celebrates 20 Years Of Secure, Clean Water
The QSA provides more than 30 million acre-feet of conserved water to the San Diego region over the life of the agreement.
Santee Seeks Donations For Camp Pendleton Marines Returning Home
Operation Rack Pack is a donation drive for the 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines from Camp Pendleton.
Events
Free Brain-Teasing Classes To Be Held At Susi Q: What To Know
There are a slew of fall classes taking place at the Laguna Beach Community and Susi Q Center. Click through to learn more.
Growing Encinitas Dia De Los Muertos Event Moves To Bigger Location
After nearly a decade at the Encinitas Community Center, the growing event will take place this year at the MiraCosta San Elijo campus.
Holiday Street Fair To Return To Downtown Encinitas
"Downtown Encinitas thrives when we hold community events that bring thousands of people to our town."
Modernism Week Kicks Off In Palm Springs
The annual event celebrates Palm Springs mid-century design and architecture.
Residents Invited To Enjoy Free Diving Show In Mission Viejo
Mark your calendar for Oct. 29 to enjoy a spectacular free diving show featuring the Nadadores National Championship Diving Team.
The Edge Fall Festival Planned For Temecula's CRC Ranch
From line dance lessons to country swing and two-step, The Edge Fall Festival promises to bring joy and fall fun to Temecula Valley.
With 137-Year-Old Church As Backdrop, 'Ghost Walk Riverside' Returns
This year's themes include "Mysteries in the Moonlights," "Eerie Enchantments" and "Shadows & Secrets."
Schools
5 San Diego Area Students Win Scholarships From BBB Pacific Southwest
Students from El Cajon, San Diego and San Ysidro received scholarships for acting with integrity.
AT&T Gives 50 Refurbished Laptops To San Diego Area Students In Need
AT&T partnered with Human-I-T to distribute 50 refurbished laptops to students at Cameron Family YMCA in Santee.
San Dieguito High School Academy To Dedicate Student Art Gallery
The Faculty and Staff Exhibition will honor the people who helped create and foster student artistic voices at The Mustang Gallery.
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